1958 Lancia Appia vs. 1972 Toyota Publica
To start off, 1972 Toyota Publica is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Lancia Appia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Lancia Appia would be higher. At 1,090 cc (4 cylinders), 1958 Lancia Appia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Toyota Publica (47 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1958 Lancia Appia. (43 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1972 Toyota Publica should accelerate faster than 1958 Lancia Appia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1958 Lancia Appia weights approximately 180 kg more than 1972 Toyota Publica.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 Lancia Appia | 1972 Toyota Publica | |
| Make | Lancia | Toyota |
| Model | Appia | Publica |
| Year Released | 1958 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1090 cc | 993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 43 HP | 47 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 864 kg | 684 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 3700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1430 mm | 1460 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2170 mm |
